Current status
No restriction we know of
Sow How Lane is recorded as a Unclassified County Road. We haven't found a Traffic Regulation Order or seasonal closure on it, but that doesn't guarantee there isn't one.
Its type is inferred from OpenStreetMap tagging, not a confirmed council record. Check locally before relying on it.
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Where it runs
Sow How Lane in pink, with the lanes around it.
- AThe southeast end, near Simpson Ground
- BThe northwest end, near Simpson Ground
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Lanes nearby
The closest named lanes, measured from Sow How Lane.
- Hog House Lane1.0 km east · 0.5 km long
- Watery Lane4.8 km northeast · 0.2 km long
- Bletherbarrow Lane7.6 km west · 2.2 km long›
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Questions riders ask
Is Sow How Lane open to motorcycles?
Sow How Lane is recorded as a Unclassified County Road, and we don't know of any current restriction on it. Legal status can change at short notice, so check signage and current Traffic Regulation Orders before you ride.
How long is Sow How Lane?
About 1.0 km, measured across all 2 of its mapped sections. Its two ends are around 0.9 km apart in a straight line.
Where does Sow How Lane start and finish?
It runs southeast to northwest near Cartmel Fell, in Cumbria. The map on this page shows both ends.
Is Sow How Lane in a national park?
Yes, Sow How Lane runs through the Lake District National Park. Some national park authorities make their own Traffic Regulation Orders, so it's worth checking the park's restrictions as well as the council's.
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